The greenhouse gas analyzer is a gas chromatography system that can simultaneously measure CH4, CO2, and N2O gases in a single sample injection, an analysis that was difficult to achieve with previous systems. Equipped with a robust high-throughput syringe injection system for processing up to 108 sample vials, this analyzer is designed to support research related to reducing greenhouse gas levels.
Note: This analyzer was developed in collaboration with Dr. Shigeto Sudo of the National Agriculture and Food Research Organization (NARO).
Features
Robust Instrument Configuration
Samples acquired from rice paddies and other agricultural fields require robust instruments because they often contain high moisture levels. The greenhouse gas analyzer comprises multiple separation columns and detectors. Moisture and other substances in the atmosphere that do not need to be measured are separated by a pre-column and discharged out of a vent to prevent them from entering analytical columns. That also prevents oxygen from entering the ECD, which could cause premature deterioration of the ECD.
Supports Analyzing Multiple Samples
Measuring changes over time in large agricultural fields or other locations requires many samples, but sample acquisition time can be shortened by using sample vials, which are smaller and easier to handle than gas bags. The AOC-6000 Plus syringe injection system can be loaded with up to 108 sample vials to enable high-throughput analysis.
Extensive User Support Functionality
Automatic Gas Supply Switching
By connecting main and spare gas cylinders to a gas selector*, the system continuously monitors the supply pressure from the main gas cylinder